Metallica
Load
Rare & Collectible Vinyl Records

2022 2LP Gatefold. Newest Repress Of The 2014 Reissue. An Under Appreciated LP, Featuring Stellar Cuts; King Nothing, Until It Sleep, Hero Of The Day & The Outlaw Torn. Load is the sixth studio album by American heavy metal band Metallica, released on June 4, 1996, by Elektra Records. The album marked a departure from the thrash metal sound the band had become known for in the 1980s and early 1990s, towards a more alternative rock and heavy metal sound. The album featured introspective lyrics, slower tempos and more blues-based guitar work, with a focus on melody rather than speed or aggression.

Despite mixed reviews from critics, Load was a commercial success, debuting at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and selling over five million copies in the United States alone. The album featured hit singles like "Until It Sleeps" and "Hero of the Day", and showcased the band's versatility and willingness to experiment with different musical styles. While some fans were disappointed with the album's departure from the band's thrash metal roots, Load remains a significant entry in Metallica's discography and a testament to their ability to evolve and adapt as musicians.